James W. McGee, Jr.
Wilmington, NC
Trusted criminal defense attorney serving Wilmington.
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James W. McGee, Jr. is an attorney based in Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI. Currently practicing at The McGee Law Firm.
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- Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA
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- Criminal Defense · DUI/DWI
- Handles Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI matters from Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington (NC) (2026).
About James W. McGee, Jr.: James W. McGee, Jr. is an attorney based in Wilmington, NORTH CAROLINA. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI. Currently practicing at The McGee Law Firm.
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James W. McGee, Jr. represents clients in Wilmington, North Carolina across the following areas of law. Each area links to other verified attorneys with the same focus.
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About James W. McGee, Jr.
James W. McGee, Jr. has been a resident of Wilmington, North Carolina, since 1990. After completing his undergraduate degree at the University of North Carolina, Wilmington, McGee attended and earned his Juris Doctorate from Campbell Law School.
From residing in Wilmington for over 30 years to attending a North Carolina law school, McGee has developed an intimate understanding of both the state’s people and its laws concerning DUI/DWI and Criminal Law.
McGee is considered a thought-leader in the area of DUI/DWI law in the state of North Carolina. He was named the Best Lawyers® 2021 DUI / DWI Defense “Lawyer of the Year” in Wilmington, North Carolina. Additionally, he is a published author and served as a faculty member for numerous DUI/DWI seminars in North Carolina and nationwide.
In addition to his DUI/DWI work, he handles all criminal law case types from misdemeanors to the most serious felony charges.
McGee handles DUI/DWI and Criminal Law cases in New Hanover, Brunswick and Pender County, North Carolina. He welcomes referrals from fellow lawyers who may have a client who needs help in the Greater Wilmington area.
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Education
Campbell University
J.D. · 2003
Jurisdictions
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North Carolina, Nort
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Lawyer of the Year — DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington (NC)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington (NC)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington (NC)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — DUI / DWI Defense, Wilmington (NC)
2015
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defense: General Practice
2026
Best Lawyers in America — DUI / DWI Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Cannabis Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
2026
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What areas of law does James W. McGee, Jr. practice?
James W. McGee, Jr. focuses on Criminal Defense and DUI/DWI.
Where is James W. McGee, Jr. located?
James W. McGee, Jr. primarily serves clients in Wilmington, North Carolina, with an office at 218 Princess Street.
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